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Our PhD in Economics programme aims to develop rigorous scholars. They are able to advance both academic knowledge and practice in the area of economics. There is a strong emphasis on the policy implications and societal impact of their research.
Our PhD in Economics will:
give you the skills needed to become a confident researcher and succeed in a knowledge-intensive economy
prepare you for a career in academia, government, industry and other policy-making organisations
You will:
become an expert in an area of economics related to your chosen topic
acquire skills in data science and/or advanced modelling techniques
develop further verbal and written communication skills, particularly for academic and policymaking audiences
This skillset is highly transferable and valuable to many organisations outside academia.
We are a research-intensive and generalist economics subject group. Our members have specialisations in all three foundational areas of economics. We use both theoretical and applied methods, including:
microeconomics
macroeconomics
econometrics
Our members of staff regularly publish on a wide range of topics in top generalist and field journals, including:
American Economic Review
Economic Journal
International Economic Review
Review of Economics and Statistics
Journal of Economic Theory
Journal of Economic Growth
Journal of Development Economics
Journal of Environmental Economics and Management
Journal of Money, Credit and Banking
Journal of Health Economics
Journal of International Money and Finance
Journal of Financial Stability
Journal of Public Economics
Journal of Regional Science
Journal of Risk and Uncertainty
Labour Economics
Regional Studies
Programme overview
Main Subject
Economics and Econometrics
Degree
PhD
Study Level
PHD
Study Mode
On Campus
Our PhD in Economics programme aims to develop rigorous scholars. They are able to advance both academic knowledge and practice in the area of economics. There is a strong emphasis on the policy implications and societal impact of their research.
Our PhD in Economics will:
give you the skills needed to become a confident researcher and succeed in a knowledge-intensive economy
prepare you for a career in academia, government, industry and other policy-making organisations
You will:
become an expert in an area of economics related to your chosen topic
acquire skills in data science and/or advanced modelling techniques
develop further verbal and written communication skills, particularly for academic and policymaking audiences
This skillset is highly transferable and valuable to many organisations outside academia.
We are a research-intensive and generalist economics subject group. Our members have specialisations in all three foundational areas of economics. We use both theoretical and applied methods, including:
microeconomics
macroeconomics
econometrics
Our members of staff regularly publish on a wide range of topics in top generalist and field journals, including:
American Economic Review
Economic Journal
International Economic Review
Review of Economics and Statistics
Journal of Economic Theory
Journal of Economic Growth
Journal of Development Economics
Journal of Environmental Economics and Management
Journal of Money, Credit and Banking
Journal of Health Economics
Journal of International Money and Finance
Journal of Financial Stability
Journal of Public Economics
Journal of Regional Science
Journal of Risk and Uncertainty
Labour Economics
Regional Studies
Admission Requirements
135+
7+
76+
3.3+
100+
A 2:1 honours degree and a merit award at master's level, or international equivalent, in a relevant subject.
If you don't have a master's degree there is a wide range of programmes for you to choose from in Newcastle University Business School.
Alternatively, you may apply for 1+3 funding under the North East Doctoral Training Centre (NEDTC) in which you first complete the MA in Finance and Economics (Research) before proceeding to the PhD track. This master's degree is designed for applicants who have a relevant undergraduate degree but require research methods and subject-specific training in finance and/or economics. This programme is highly competitive and potential applicants are asked to contact a staff member early on in the academic year in order to work-up their application for entry in the following year.
36 Months
Jan
Sep
Tuition fees
Domestic
5,238 GBP
International
24,400 GBP
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Economics PhD
Newcastle University, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
36 monthsProgramme duration
24,400 GBPTuition Fee/year
Jan, SepStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Economics and Econometrics
Degree
PhD
Study Level
PHD
Study Mode
On Campus
Our PhD in Economics programme aims to develop rigorous scholars. They are able to advance both academic knowledge and practice in the area of economics. There is a strong emphasis on the policy implications and societal impact of their research.
Our PhD in Economics will:
You will:
This skillset is highly transferable and valuable to many organisations outside academia.
We are a research-intensive and generalist economics subject group. Our members have specialisations in all three foundational areas of economics. We use both theoretical and applied methods, including:
Our members of staff regularly publish on a wide range of topics in top generalist and field journals, including:
Regional Studies
Programme overview
Main Subject
Economics and Econometrics
Degree
PhD
Study Level
PHD
Study Mode
On Campus
Our PhD in Economics programme aims to develop rigorous scholars. They are able to advance both academic knowledge and practice in the area of economics. There is a strong emphasis on the policy implications and societal impact of their research.
Our PhD in Economics will:
You will:
This skillset is highly transferable and valuable to many organisations outside academia.
We are a research-intensive and generalist economics subject group. Our members have specialisations in all three foundational areas of economics. We use both theoretical and applied methods, including:
Our members of staff regularly publish on a wide range of topics in top generalist and field journals, including:
Regional Studies
Admission Requirements
A 2:1 honours degree and a merit award at master's level, or international equivalent, in a relevant subject.
If you don't have a master's degree there is a wide range of programmes for you to choose from in Newcastle University Business School.
Alternatively, you may apply for 1+3 funding under the North East Doctoral Training Centre (NEDTC) in which you first complete the MA in Finance and Economics (Research) before proceeding to the PhD track. This master's degree is designed for applicants who have a relevant undergraduate degree but require research methods and subject-specific training in finance and/or economics. This programme is highly competitive and potential applicants are asked to contact a staff member early on in the academic year in order to work-up their application for entry in the following year.
Tuition fees
Domestic
International
Scholarships
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